Senior Events Lead - Campus & Donor Events

California State University; Bakersfield (CA); On-site; USD 57,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition waiver

CalPERS retirement

Vacation + holidays

Medical plans

Job summary

California State University, Bakersfield is seeking an experienced Senior Events Specialist to plan and coordinate large, high‑profile events within University Advancement. You will lead planning efforts, manage vendors, and drive budgets for major donor and university events on campus.

You will collaborate across campus units, prepare timelines and budgets, and ensure compliant contracts and successful event execution. A bachelor’s degree and several years of related experience are required.

Qualifications

• Equivalent to a bachelor's degree in a related area and four (4) years of relevant experience.
• Possession of a valid driver’s license.

Responsibilities

• Plan and coordinate the logistics and operations for large, complex events at CSUB.
• Develop event plans, timelines, site plans, and staffing plans.
• Coordinate with vendors, graphics, facilities, and safety teams to ensure requirements and timelines.
• Lead planner duties and act as primary contact for vendors and staff during events.
• Manage event budgets and reconcile costs, contracts, and payments.
• Support budget monitoring and monthly operating plan for the Office of Events.

Skills

Event planning

Budget management

Vendor coordination

Stakeholder management

Education

Bachelor's degree

4 years of experience

Job description

California State University, Bakersfield is seeking an experienced Senior Events Specialist to plan and coordinate large, high‑profile events within University Advancement. You will lead planning efforts, manage vendors, and drive budgets for major donor and university events on campus.

You will collaborate across campus units, prepare timelines and budgets, and ensure compliant contracts and successful event execution. A bachelor’s degree and several years of related experience are required.